Cape Royale’s unit layouts
All of Cape Royale’s units come with a private lift lobby, which we understand is not a given for all condos in Sentosa Cove. Hence, if you like the exclusivity and privacy of having a private lift lobby, this arrangement is perfect for you.
This is the lift lobby from the carpark in the basement. Fitted with marble tiles, the lobby feels really elegant, and you might easily mistake it for a luxurious hotel lobby.
There are also golf lockers in the lobby and what’s great is that it's floor-to-ceiling. Considering that Cape Royale is near Sentosa Golf Club, the lockers will be very convenient for residents. There’s also a resident-exclusive buggy service that will bring you to the golf club, ONE˚15 Marina and Quayside Isle.
4-bedroom unit (Type B2) - 2,530 sq ft (235 sqm)
The 4-bedroom showflat unit we visited was in stack 18 of Blk 25. Other than some differences in space at the AC ledge area and PES areas (for ground floor units), all 4-bedroom units have a similar layout.
The 4-bedroom units are perfect for larger families or even multi-generational families who are looking to call Sentosa Cove their home.
Walking into the unit, you can immediately feel the generous size of the living and dining areas. In the showflat unit, the ID had placed the dining table at the entrance of the unit.
However, since the communal area is versatile, you can choose to have your living area near the entrance instead. It might also make more sense as the dining table will be closer to the kitchen.
With the ample space, there’s room to explore different furniture options, such as having a round dining table instead of a rectangular one.
What we love is that the balcony spans the length of the living and dining areas. Hence, you can enjoy more natural light. However, as the unit faces east, one thing to note is that it might get warm due to the morning sun.
One of the main highlights of this unit is the 180-degree panoramic views of the sea from the balcony. From here, you can see Singapore’s southern islands or even as far as Batam on a clear day.
There are many uses for the balcony. It’s large enough for you to have an alfresco dining area, a fitness area, a yoga area or anything else you’d like.
With such a huge space in the 4-bedroom unit, it is also great for buyers who frequently entertain guests or hold parties.
The kitchen in the 4-bedroom unit is also very open and spacious. Unlike other condo showflats we’ve been to where the kitchens are either rectangular or U-shaped, the kitchen in this unit has a squarish layout. There are sliding doors for privacy, especially when you have guests over.
The kitchen cabinets are by a high-end German brand, bulthaup, which is known for its high quality. All kitchens come equipped with a gas hob and hood, fridge and two ovens, all by German luxury brand Miele, a trusted brand when it comes to kitchen appliances. There’s also a Miele dishwasher and wine chiller, which are both appliances that are not commonly provided. However, do note that the unit does not come with a washer and dryer, so you’ll have to get that on your own.
There’s a “corridor” which extends to the yard, household shelter and utility rooms. This also leads to the other entrance of the unit. This entrance is great for deliveries and maintenance personnel as it does not disrupt the private lift lobby entrance.
What we find useful is that there are two entrances to the kitchen, one from the living area while the other entrance is from the common corridor which leads to the bedrooms.
What we love is that there’s a separate utility room with an ensuite WC (with shower) in the yard area. This way, there’s a proper resting area for the family’s helper, and you won’t have to convert your household shelter into a helper’s room.
Usually, in a 4 or 5-bedroom unit, the master bedroom is the furthest away from the living and dining areas. However, in this unit, the master bedroom is the first bedroom you see along the common corridor.
That’s because the master bedroom is connected to the balcony and you can enjoy the sea view from here too. For buyers who prefer their master bedroom to have more privacy, they might want to consider the A3 3-bedroom unit types instead.
Besides the stunning sea views from the master bedroom, another highlight is the vanity corner, complete with a dressing table, mirror and shelves for storage.
Many newer launches these days don’t always have enough space for a proper vanity corner, so it’s refreshing to see it at Cape Royale.
While there isn’t a walk-in wardrobe, its location outside the bathroom makes it seem like it’s a separate area from the rest of the bedroom.
As for the master bathroom, what’s great is that there are his and her sinks so the Mr and Mrs of the household can have their own personal space. Both sinks also come with vanity mirrors with storage space, so you can organise your toiletries without cluttering the bathroom countertop.
The bathtub here is the centrepiece of the master bathroom, and you can enjoy views of the sea as you have your bath. We also love how there’s plenty of light in the master bathroom as there are two windows.
Along the common corridor to the bedrooms, you’ll find the family area, which is a cosy space for three or four family members. This is great for multi-generational families as the younger family can have some quality bonding time here, away from the main family.
Alternatively, this also serves as additional space for guests to hang out when you host gatherings.
Plus, there’s a powder room opposite the family room, so guests won’t have to use the common bathroom.
There are three common bedrooms, and one of them has an ensuite bathroom. All the bedrooms come with three-quarter-length windows which have views of other blocks in the development.
Having an additional bedroom with an ensuite bathroom is useful for multi-generational families. This is for situations where there are two married couples within a household. This bedroom is also great if you live with an elderly who might need to use the bathroom more frequently, especially at night.
As for the other two common bedrooms, you might also want to turn them into a study room or a kids’ playroom, depending on the needs of your family.
One thing to note here is that due to the unconventional shape of Cape Royale’s blocks, some of the bedrooms have rounded corners. So, it might not be the easiest to find conventional furniture which fits into these corners. Alternatively, you can opt for built-in furniture or seating areas like what was done in the showflat unit. This way, you’ll get to retain the aesthetic design of the development.
The common bedrooms are larger than average and can fit in up to a queen-sized bed.
There’s also a partial view of the sea and the swimming pool from one of the bedrooms.
With only two bedrooms sharing the common bathroom, there’s a lower possibility of it getting overcrowded in the mornings.
3-bedroom unit (Type A3) - 1,679 sq ft (156 sqm)
The 3-bedroom showflat unit we visited was in stack 8 of Blk 17. There are three main types of layouts for 3-bedroom units at Cape Royale, and the showflat unit is the smallest type.
The 3-bedroom units are perfect for young families and families with up to two children.
Like the 4-bedroom unit, there’s no lack of space in the 3-bedroom unit too.
The living area can accommodate a three or four-seater, and there’s still room for extra chairs on the side, as demonstrated in the showflat.
The dining area here is also really spacious as you can possibly fit an eight-seater table. Most 3-bedroom showflats that we’ve visited can only fit a six-seater, so this is definitely an advantage for those who love to entertain guests.
While the balcony here is not as wide as the one in the 4-bedroom unit, it is still pretty impressive for a 3-bedroom unit. Although the block is not directly seafront, you can still enjoy partial views of the sea.
For those who like the privacy of having a kitchen hidden from guests, this unit is perfect for you as the kitchen is situated along the common corridor to the bedrooms.
Similar to the 4-bedroom unit, kitchen cabinets are by bulthaup. All the kitchen appliances given are the same as the 4-bedroom unit, and they are provided by Miele. So, you will have to get your own washer and dryer. It’s also very rare for 3-bedroom units to come with a wine chiller, but Cape Royale has chosen to provide it for all its units.
In terms of the kitchen layout, the 3-bedroom unit does not come with a utility room and hence, you might want to consider turning the household shelter into a helper’s room instead. There’s a yard with a WC, and the common entrance to the unit opens up to the kitchen too.
As with all units in Cape Royale, the master bedroom is connected to the balcony. Though there isn’t a dedicated vanity space here, you can fit a dressing table in front of the bed, and it won’t affect the walkway space.
Alternatively, you can use this space to add shelves or more furniture for storage.
One thing we love about the master bathroom is that it comes with a bathtub, and there’s a glass backsplash which makes it feel like you’re in a hotel room. 3-bedroom units don’t typically come with a bathtub, but Cape Royale’s residents get to enjoy this provision.
Do note that there are no his and her sinks, but with a bathtub in a 3-bedroom unit, we really can’t complain much!
What’s more, the shower area has a window overlooking the sea, so you can enjoy beautiful views from the bathroom.
As for the common bedrooms, both are able to fit in a queen-sized bed, and there’s still plenty of walkway space.
While the bedrooms don’t face the sea, those units on the higher floors can enjoy views of the landed houses at Sentosa Cove, golf courses and Mt Serapong. With the three-quarter-length windows, there will be plenty of natural light in the bedrooms as well.
Both bedrooms also share one common bathroom.
